Every morning, we reach for toothpaste without thinking twice. But have you ever considered the impact of that little plastic tube? Traditional toothpaste has been around for decades — yet its packaging is one of the least recyclable items in our bathrooms. Enter toothpaste tablets: a simple, sustainable swap that’s better for you and the planet.
Here’s your guide to how tablets stack up against tubes — and why more people are making the switch.
The Problem With Tubes
Toothpaste tubes may be convenient, but they come with hidden costs:
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Plastic Waste → Over 20 billion tubes are tossed every year, most ending up in landfills or oceans.
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Hard to Recycle → Tubes are made from layers of plastic and aluminum that can’t be easily separated, which makes them nearly impossible to recycle.
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Messy & Wasteful → Squeezing too much or tossing the last bit left inside wastes product over time.
How Toothpaste Tablets Work
Toothpaste tablets are toothpaste without the tube. Each tablet is a solid, pre-measured dose you chew before brushing. They come in refillable glass jars or compostable pouches, which makes them easier on the environment and your daily routine.
Tablets vs. Tubes: A Quick Comparison
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Feature |
Toothpaste Tablets |
Traditional Tubes |
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Packaging |
Refillable jars + compostable pouches |
Plastic + aluminum tubes |
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Recyclability |
100% recyclable/compostable options |
Rarely recyclable |
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Waste |
No leftover paste, exact portions |
Leftover paste, over-squeezes |
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Travel-Friendly |
TSA-approved, no leaks, no mess |
Liquids restricted, can leak |
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Environmental Impact |
Low waste, reusable packaging |
High waste, single-use only |
Why Tablets Are Better for the Environment
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No Single-Use Plastic
Tablets come in durable jars or compostable bags, cutting out billions of unrecyclable tubes. -
Lower Carbon Footprint
Lightweight tablets reduce shipping weight and emissions compared to bulky tubes. -
Smaller Waste Stream
No more half-used tubes getting tossed — tablets are perfectly portioned.
Canary’s Role in the Switch
At Canary, we’ve built our oral care line around sustainability from the start:
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Toothpaste tablets in glass jars for a stylish, refillable upgrade.
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Compostable refill pouches to cut waste even further.
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Toothpaste tablets made with clean ingredients for a simple, sustainable brushing routine.
By choosing tablets, you’re not just brushing your teeth — you’re helping reduce plastic pollution, one smile at a time.
Final Word
Toothpaste tubes belong to the past. With cleaner ingredients, smarter packaging, and a fraction of the waste, toothpaste tablets are paving the way for the future of oral care.
It’s a simple swap with a powerful impact — for your teeth, your routine, and the planet.